What are the responsibilities and job description for the Division Manager position at Colonial Surface Solutions?
Job Summary
At Colonial Surface Solutions, we bring precision, energy, and vibrant finishing to every project.
We are seeking a full-time reliable, detail-oriented Division Manager to join our team.
The Division Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations. The Division Manager will ensure efficient workflow, compliance with production schedules, monitor key performance indicators, and build relationships with customers, vendors, and business partners. This role provides strong leadership, drives continuous improvement, develops team, and ensures adherence to safety and quality standards. The Division Manager works cross-functionally with other divisions to meet organizational goals and deliver exceptional results for customers.
Duties
- Lead, mentor, and develop their assigned team
- Manage daily powder coating operations including surface preparation, application processes, curing, packaging, and material handling.
- Enforce compliance with all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental guidelines.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and elevate overall performance.
- Implement Lean, 5S, or continuous improvement initiatives.
- Administer effective daily divisional production meetings and contribute to company-wide planning and forecasting.
- Coordinate with customers and sales regarding lead times, special requirements, and all job inquiries/updates.
- Utilize vendors as needed to ensure optimal supply levels of powder, chemicals, and equipment.
- Ensure all coatings meet internal quality standards and customer requirements.
- Troubleshoot coating defects and implement corrective/preventive actions.
- Obtain all required documentation for divisional work, including quality checks, production records, and material usage.
- Ensure all projects are completed on time, within quality standards, and according to customer specifications.
- Maintain strong understanding of powder coating application equipment, curing ovens, pretreatment systems, and filtration systems.
- Oversee preventative maintenance schedules for division equipment and partner with maintenance staff to minimize downtime.
- Actively review production reports, set & track KPIs, and adjust workflow to meet performance targets.
- Oversee workforce planning including scheduling, task assignment, and managing labor efficiency.
- Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Foster a positive, safety‑focused, and collaborative team culture.
Skills & Qualifications
- 5–7 years of experience in powder coating, industrial finishing, or related manufacturing environment.
- Ability to lift-up to 50 pounds
- 2 years of supervisory or managerial experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of powder coating materials, pretreatment processes, application equipment, and curing systems.
- Ability to interpret job travelers, technical specifications, blueprints, and quality standards.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and conflict‑resolution skills.
- Strong problem‑solving abilities with a continuous‑improvement mindset.
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Proficient with production software or ERP systems (preferred).
Help us coat the world, one part at a time. Think you’ve got what it takes, join our team and apply today!
Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000